HR Officer

Collins McNicholas Recruitment; Kildare; Hybrid; EUR 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance contribution

3% pension scheme

22 days annual leave

Hybrid work – 1 day from home

Career development

Job summary

Collins McNicholas Recruitment is seeking an HR Officer based in Naas, Co. Kildare. This generalist role focuses on employee relations, performance management, absence management and HR compliance in a fast-paced operation.

You will support managers, handle investigations, transactions, and HR documentation while ensuring GDPR compliance and accurate reporting. Hybrid work available after probation, with a Monday–Friday schedule.

Qualifications

• 2 to 3 years' experience in a generalist HR role.
• Strong experience in employee relations and investigations.
• Knowledge of Irish employment legislation and HR best practice.

Responsibilities

• Provide generalist HR support across the full employee lifecycle.
• Act as a key contact for employees and managers on HR policies.
• Advise managers on employee relations, disciplinary and grievance processes, investigations and performance management.
• Support workplace investigations in line with policy and law.
• Assist with performance improvement plans, probation reviews and conduct matters.
• Monitor employee absence and return‑to‑work processes.
• Support recruitment, onboarding, contracts, documentation and HR administration.
• Maintain confidential records and GDPR compliance.
• Prepare HR reports and metrics (headcount, turnover, absenteeism).
• Assist payroll administration and provide accurate employee information.
• Contribute to HR policies, wellbeing initiatives and HR projects.

Skills

Employee relations

Communication

Organisation

HR systems

MS Office

Stakeholder management

Education

HR/Business degree

CIPD qualification advantageous

Tools

HRIS

Payroll systems

Job description

HR Officer

An exciting opportunity for an HR Officer to join a leading organisation based in Naas, Co. Kildare. This role will provide broad HR support with a strong focus on employee relations, performance management, absence management, and HR compliance. It is an ideal opportunity for an experienced HR professional who enjoys working in a fast-paced operational environment.

Role Responsibilities:

• Provide generalist HR support across the full employee lifecycle.
• Act as a key point of contact for employees and managers on HR policies, procedures, and employment-related queries.
• Advise and support managers on employee relations, including disciplinary and grievance processes, investigations, performance management, and absence management.
• Manage and support workplace investigations, ensuring matters are handled fairly and in line with company policy and Irish employment legislation.
• Support managers with performance improvement plans, probation reviews, and employee conduct matters.
• Manage and monitor employee absence, including return-to-work processes and Occupational Health referrals where required.
• Support recruitment, onboarding, contracts, employee documentation, and HR administration.
• Maintain accurate and confidential employee records, ensuring GDPR compliance.
• Prepare HR reports and metrics including headcount, turnover, and absenteeism.
• Support payroll administration and provide accurate employee information as required.
• Assist with HR policies, compliance, employee engagement, wellbeing initiatives, and HR projects.
• Build strong working relationships with employees, managers, and key stakeholders across the organisation.

Role Requirements:

• 2 to 3 years' experience in a generalist HR role.
• Strong experience in employee relations, including disciplinary, grievance, investigations, absence, and performance management.
• Good knowledge of Irish employment legislation and HR best practice.
• Experience supporting managers in a fast-paced operational environment.
• HR, Business, or related 3rd level qualification; CIPD qualification is advantageous.
• Excellent communication, influencing, and relationship-building skills.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• High level of discretion when dealing with confidential employee information.
• Good Microsoft Office and HR systems experience.
• Manufacturing or similar operational environment experience is advantageous.

Benefits and Package:

• Permanent, full-time position.
• Monday to Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm.
• Based in Naas, Co. Kildare.
• Hybrid working – 1 day from home following probation.
• Health insurance contribution of 30% of premium costs, up to €400 per annum.
• 3% pension scheme.
• 22 days annual leave.
• Career development and progression opportunities within a growing organisation.